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• the commission today to propose that the rental and/or use of any state facility and resources be banned
• But it is, according to leading human rights organizations and the UN.
• If adopted, it will certainly lead to restrictions on First Amendment rights. Thank you.
• And even the lead author, ...of a colonial Zionist government.
• And even the lead author of the IHRA definition, Kenneth Stern, opposes codifying it into law.

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Summary: The commission held a public comment hearing as it continued work toward a November 30 statutory deadline for its final report. The co-chairs reviewed logistics for the hybrid format, two-minute testimony limit, respectful conduct, and the plan to alternate between in-person and virtual speakers. The commission approved the minutes from its previous September 8 meeting by motion and vote, with no nays. Much of the testimony focused on how the commission should define antisemitism, especially whether to adopt the IHRA definition and whether it improperly conflates antisemitism with criticism of Israel or Zionism. Many speakers, including Jewish educators, rabbis, academics, students, and legislators, described personal experiences with antisemitism and urged the commission to address hate while protecting free speech, academic freedom, and the ability to criticize Israeli government policy. Several called for the commission to reject or narrow the IHRA definition and instead consider the Jerusalem Declaration or other frameworks that distinguish antisemitism from anti-Zionism. Others emphasized that antisemitism should be addressed alongside racism, Islamophobia, white nationalism, and other forms of bias, and some urged broader anti-bias training in schools. A smaller number of speakers supported stronger action against antisemitism in schools and public institutions, including concerns about antisemitic materials in education and about organizations or events they viewed as promoting hate. A recurring theme was the conflict in Gaza and its impact on the debate: some speakers condemned Israel’s military actions as genocide, apartheid, or colonialism and said criticism of those actions should not be treated as antisemitic, while others defended Israel, rejected genocide claims, and argued that anti-Israel activism can fuel antisemitism. Several speakers also raised concerns about campus discipline, union materials, and state facility rentals, and one speaker asked that state resources not be used by groups they viewed as inciting hate. No additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the prior minutes and hearing public testimony.

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• It's not prevention because you all banned...
• And ultimately, I think it leads to a scenario where... In this case.
• Here we are talking about another abortion ban in the state of Missouri.
• So help me understand the fervor in rushing back to Jefferson City in 2025 to put an abortion ban back
• Banning marital rape.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the House Journal by roll call vote, 123-0. Members then used points of personal privilege to recognize National Police Week, honor fallen officers, and offer extended tributes to departing colleagues and a departing representative, followed by numerous introductions of special guests, interns, students, and visiting groups from schools and universities. The chamber then received Senate messages and committee reports before taking up House Bill 1839, 2921, and 3015 together. The sponsor described the measure as a technical correction to online age-verification language related to pornography, and members noted the bill had already passed the House and Senate overwhelmingly. The House concurred in Senate Amendment 1 by a vote of 104-30, then adopted the conference/TAFP motion and finally passed the package 112-25. Members next considered House Bill 2596 in conference committee. The sponsor explained the bill as a small-business health plan measure that also included a negotiated amendment expanding private insurance coverage for contraception from a six-month to a 12-month supply, while removing Senate-added blood pressure cuff language and adding a severability clause. After debate about the process and policy, the House adopted the conference report 120-26 and then third-read and passed the bill 119-27. The final major item was Senate Bill 905, creating the Missouri Ranger training program to allow school districts, if they choose, to place specially trained personnel with narrow law-enforcement powers in schools. Debate focused heavily on school safety, local control, funding, training, and whether armed personnel in schools would help or harm students. Supporters argued it would provide an optional, low-cost safety tool, especially for districts without school resource officers; opponents argued it would escalate fear, resemble a prison environment, and fail to address mental health and other root causes. The House moved the previous question, adopted the amendment, and continued debate on the bill.

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• This limits the ability to teach, collaborate, or lead instruction the way the roles intended.
• This limits the ability to teach, collaborate, or lead instruction the way the roles intended.
• This limits the ability to teach, collaborate, or lead instruction the way the roles intended.
• This limits the ability to teach, collaborate, or lead instruction the way the roles intended.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They lead to higher bird fatalities.
• </c><01:10:22.800><c> this</c> that so one the reason why we ban this that so one the reason why we ban
• </c><01:10:46.000><c> to</c> migratory bird patterms they lead to migratory bird patterms they lead to
• Banning past poos, all of that kind of stuff.
• Wind blades cause leading-edge erosion.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Yesterday, the state of New York became the first state in the nation to ban, through executive order
• And this, of course, raises fears that this could lead to very sophisticated cyberattacks.
• And this, of course, raises fears that this could lead to very sophisticated cyber attacks.
• You know, you can ban something, but are you sure it's not happening?
• Sometimes that can lead to some bad behavior.

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• Speaker, for the opportunity to be able to lead the select committee. Stay tuned on that one.
• In all seriousness, thank you for trusting me to lead the policy.
• It's not going to ban your Pride parades.
• It's not going to ban anything that we have currently that's in statute.
• and And dude. come into power, they lead with love and honor and dignity and respect.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, a moment of silence for Army Sergeant Benjamin Pennington, the Pledge of Allegiance, and quorum established. Members approved the journal and adopted the special order report setting the day’s calendar. The chamber also recognized Sheriff Mike Chitwood as law enforcement officer of the day and later held several introductions and farewell remarks, including lengthy closing speeches from Representatives Eskamani and Overdorf reflecting on their service and legislative priorities. The House then took up and passed a series of Senate bills, often after adopting House strike-all or conforming amendments. CS/SB 590 on mandatory child abuse reporting was clarified to apply prospectively only and passed 111-0. SB 418 on law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism was amended to incorporate House language, including blue-envelope provisions, and passed 111-0. CS/CS/SB 1668 on the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) was amended to preserve House provisions and passed 112-0. CS/SB 1246 on the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund was amended to expand eligible health science programs and allow certain non-health-care contributions, then passed 112-0. CS/CS/SB 1404 on memory care passed 111-0. Later bills also advanced with broad support: CS/CS/SB 1030 on recovery residences passed 168-0 after debate over medication-assisted treatment; CS/CS/SB 178 on athletics in public K-12 schools passed 112-0 after amendments allowing limited coach support for student-athletes with parental consent; CS/CS/SB 422 on automatic dependent surveillance broadcasts passed 108-2; and CS/CS/SB 598 on funeral, cemetery, and consumer services passed 111-0 after an amendment on exclusive arrangements. The chamber then began debate on CS/CS/SB 1134, which would restrict counties and municipalities from official DEI-related actions and contracting practices. Members questioned its scope and exceptions, and Representative Gant offered an amendment to narrow the bill’s DEI definition; debate on that amendment was underway when the transcript ended.

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• That pollution leads to both acute and chronic health emergencies such as asthma, heart attacks and stroke
• Furthermore, it strictly bans the use of blindfolds, hoods, or unauthorized physical restraints and institutes
• It also bans some of the worst practices that have caused the most harm: blindfolds, hoods, and middle-of-the-night
• three AVs, and that could also be the case even when emergency dispatch isn't needed, which could lead

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• For going back to Senator Laird's question about accepting gifts, there's pretty much a ban on that at
• There would be corrective action... ...a ban on that at this point.
• She possesses the rare ability to lead complex organizations while remaining approachable, grounded,
• Based on my own experience leading statewide associations representing attorneys and other professional

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• I'll lead with just one. Mr.
• because they're not doing all their time that they should be doing, then that also, in my opinion, leads
• expansion of the placement prohibition to daycare facilities means that most of these individuals will be banned
• words, one parent can register one child attending virtual or online classes as a homeschool, thus banning

Summary: The Assembly Public Safety Committee heard several bills dealing with firearms, hit-and-run penalties, domestic violence, and sexually violent predator placement. AB 256 by Assemblymember DeMaio would add a one-year enhancement for certain firearm felonies involving controlled substances and require toxicology testing; supporters said it would provide transparency about the causes of gun violence, while opponents argued it duplicated existing law, was overbroad, and raised privacy concerns. AB 1281, also by DeMaio, would increase penalties for hit-and-run cases involving death or serious injury; supporters framed it as a response to a fatal case in the author’s district, while opponents said current law already provides strong penalties and the bill would remove judicial flexibility. Both bills drew no formal support beyond the author and were opposed by public defenders, civil liberties groups, and other advocates. AB 292 by Assemblymember Patterson, as amended, would increase punishment for repeat felony domestic violence offenders, including higher prison terms and a longer mandatory jail minimum for probationers with prior domestic violence convictions. The author and a survivor witness argued that early release can endanger victims and children, and the California State Sheriffs’ Association and California District Attorneys Association supported the measure. Opponents, including public defenders and advocacy groups, said existing law already escalates penalties, warned the bill could sweep too broadly or reduce flexibility, and urged more prevention-oriented responses. After discussion, the committee approved AB 292 as amended and sent it to Appropriations. AB 767 by Assemblymember Alanis would clarify that private and home-based schools, as well as daycare facilities, are covered by existing restrictions on conditional release placements for sexually violent predators. Supporters said the bill would better protect children and resolve inconsistent court interpretations, while opponents argued it could effectively bar placement in large parts of the state and undermine rehabilitation and due process. The committee passed AB 767 to Appropriations. The committee also approved the consent item AB 277. AB 1092, a vote-only reconsideration item from the prior year, was brought up without the author present and was defeated. Final reported outcomes were: AB 256 failed, AB 277 passed, AB 292 passed, AB 767 passed, AB 1281 failed, and AB 1092 failed.

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• different political priorities. ...Such fragmentation risks disenfranchising the community and could lead
• can kind of look at the Bible and you see exactly all of them. were kind of set forth in the Bible, leading
• All be relieved if the federal government and the state governments would join together and ban decennial
• Banning mid-decennial redistricting, we will see state action and federal action requiring independent

Bills: SB 2, SB 5, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB4, HB1, HB3, HB20, HB22, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB4, SB2, SB5

Keywords: disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, school assessment, public education, accountability, transparency, education standards, STAAR, Texas Education Agency, TEA, public school accountability, school ratings, A-F ratings, assessment reform, student testing, benchmark tests, interim assessments

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• SmartWires is a leading U.S.-based grid enhancing technology and services provider founded in 2010.
• Although the National Firearms Act did not ban these weapons outright, It imposed strict regulations,
• Amendment, but it should be the leading state in protecting that right.
• I live in Llano County. ...a burn ban for ages.

Bills: HB551, HB 1281, HB1378, HB1617, HB2868, HB2881, HB3374, HB4439, HB4726, HB4732, HB4878, HB4914, HB4921, HB4958, HB5200, HB5318, HB5360, HB5402, HB5568, HB5573, HB5623, HJR218

Keywords: political contributions, address privacy, Texas Ethics Commission, election transparency, campaign finance, international organizations, World Health Organization, jurisdiction, state law, enforcement, United Nations, World Economic Forum, attorney general, Texas attorney general, state sovereignty, legal enforcement, Texas Attorney General, electric energy storage, municipal regulation, county regulation

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• Not only would it send a signal that Minnesota is a risky place to invest, but it would also lead to
• Chairman, this does not ban people from investing in renewable energy projects. It's just ending.
• So, I mean, when we talk about these programs, this doesn't ban, say, if you want to invest in a community
• you know, I will just say to the author: when you are presenting legislation with the intention of leading

Bills: HF2103, HF2793

Keywords: energy, renewable energy, ammonia, hydrogen, certificate tracking, funding, environment, community solar, energy policy, sustainability, solar garden program, regulation sunset

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• Deborah Nyman, chapter lead, testify for Brady Hawaii in support.
• Deborah Nyman<00:13:47.440><c> chapter</c><00:13:47.839><c> lead</c><00:13:48.160><c> testify</c><00:
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• </c><00:32:00.720><c> for</c> the statewide um volunteer co-lead for the statewide um volunteer co-lead
• cause of death among the second leading cause of death among children<00:32:24.559><c> and</c><00:32

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Summary: The Senate Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs met on March 19, 2025, and heard testimony on several firearms-related bills. HB 125 would require firearm sellers or transferors to provide buyers notice about secure storage laws, expand secure-storage requirements, and clarify criminally negligent storage. The Department of Law Enforcement and the Department of Education supported the bill. The Office of the Public Defender raised constitutional concerns under District of Columbia v. Heller and suggested narrowing the bill so a firearm need not be made inoperable when the lawful owner is home. Supporters, including Brady, Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action, veterans, and other advocates, said secure storage would reduce accidental shootings, youth access, theft, suicides, and school shootings. Opponents argued the bill was redundant, could criminalize victims of theft, and imposed strict liability. The committee noted 24 individuals in support and 103 in opposition. The committee also heard HB 137, which would impose a mandatory prison term for violent felons who violate firearm or ammunition possession prohibitions. DLE, the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office, and the Hawaii County Prosecutor supported the measure, arguing it targets repeat offenders and strengthens public safety. The Office of the Public Defender opposed mandatory sentencing, saying judges already have discretion to impose lengthy sentences and that mandatory terms can be inappropriate in some cases. The committee then heard HB 392, which would prohibit ghost guns and establish mandatory minimum sentencing for use of a ghost gun in a felony. DLE and the Honolulu Prosecutor supported it, while the Public Defender and several opponents said parts of the bill were redundant or could create definitional problems; the committee recorded five supporters and 70 opponents. HB 995 would amend deadlines for annual firearms carry reporting by the Attorney General and county police chiefs. The Attorney General’s office and HPD supported the bill, with the Attorney General asking for more time for police departments to submit complete data and for the April 1 deadline to be removed. The committee also heard HB 664, which would create an Office of Gun Violence Prevention, a grant program, a resource bank, and a special fund. The Department of the Attorney General supported the concept but recommended consolidating the new office’s duties with the existing Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission to avoid duplication and possibly repealing the existing commission statute. DLE supported HB 664, while the Tax Foundation objected to the special fund. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the hearing.

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• I am leading a policy department that is navigating many things.
• We've now banned couriers who are taking action to get them.
• And this just accelerates our our lead. 20 plus year CEO magazines, top state for business.
• Senate Bill 1362, safeguards, Texans constitutional right. by banning the recognition or enforcement
• Banned all guns or all handguns have seen no change in total suicides.

Bills: SB29, SB406, SB447, SB875, SB893, SB1033, SB1346, SB1362, SB1539, SCR22, SB 29

Keywords: business organization, internal management, corporate governance, partnerships, liability reduction, birth certificate, biological sex, gender identity, health and safety, sex assignment, SB 875, Texas, independent school district, ISD, school board trustee, superintendent, campus administrator, electioneering, political signs, early voting

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• I don't think scooters are banned statewide, right?
• So if they're not banned and the city wants to ban them, they wouldn't be able to.
• For others, okay, it would not, unless the state bans scooters or bans cars. bans electric vehicles or
• bans the gasoline combustion engine, etc.
• And so they're trying to ban horse-drawn carriages in San Antonio in December...

Bills: SB 1079, SB 1243, SB 1504, SB 1579, SB 1708, SB 1844, SB 1851, SB 1879, SB 1921, SB 1951, SB 2237, SB 2238, SB 2406, SB 2407

Keywords: SB 1079, Texas, county government, commissioners court, Local Government Code, Chapter 263, surplus property, salvage property, data storage device, hard drive, electronic media, digital records, confidential information, protected information, privacy, records retention, information security, data destruction, device disposal, sensitive data

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was marked by significant discussions on multiple bills aimed at enhancing governance and protecting taxpayer interests. Among the notable legislations was SB1951, where Senator Paxton emphasized reforms to reduce erroneous penalty notices imposed by appraisal districts, eliminating the financial incentive for such penalties. The session concluded with public testimonies that highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in taxpayer dealings. Additionally, Senator Middleton presented SB1504 and SB2237, focusing on the operational frameworks of local authorities and executive severance payments, respectively, both of which sparked considerable debate among committee members.

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• And the people of Minnesota and across the country are asking for us to ban these weapons of war in our
• was an assault assault weapons ban was an assault weapon. weapon. weapon.
• </c> the country are asking for us to ban the country are asking for us to ban these<00:03:50.560><c>
• </c><00:05:18.000><c> assault</c> the majority and we will ban assault the majority and we will ban assault
• We know that banning assault weapons makes a difference.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Assembly Member Shiavel will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Members Chauvel will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Please join me in the pledge.
• Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable... disease it causes.
• Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the entire world.
• In 2020, we enacted SB 793, our nation-leading law to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, and

Summary: The Assembly met in session after a quorum call, heard a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved procedural motions, and then moved through guest introductions and floor items. Members welcomed students from Futures High School’s Hydrogen Car Grand Prix team, family members and visitors from their districts, and former legislator George Runner. The chamber also took up several ceremonial resolutions recognizing Portuguese Heritage Month, Italian American Heritage Month, congenital cytomegalovirus awareness month, and World No Tobacco Day. ACR 185 by Assembly Member Macedo was adopted by voice vote after 51 co-authors were added, honoring Portuguese Heritage Month and the contributions of Portuguese Californians. ACR 197 by Assembly Member Stephanie was also adopted after 54 co-authors were added, recognizing Italian American Heritage Month and Italian American contributions to California. ACR 205 by Assembly Member Lackey was adopted after 55 co-authors were added, designating June as CMV Awareness Month, and SCR 177 by Assembly Member Connolly was adopted after 49 co-authors were added, proclaiming May 31, 2026, as World No Tobacco Day and reaffirming California’s anti-tobacco efforts. The session also included adjournments in memory for John Wesley Finney, Jr., a longtime educator and public servant, and Deputy Levi Vargas of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The Assembly observed a moment of silence for Finney. The body then announced upcoming committee and floor schedules and adjourned until Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 9 a.m.

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• Adams here, Alonzo Sandoval here, Archer, Banning, Bayshore here, Blair, Blair, Blancett, Boles, Caldwell
• If I need help, I can't ask, and it leads to racial discrimination.
• This bill leads us down that. Road.

Bills: HB3057, HB3130, HB4113, HB3310, HB3314, HB3985, HB4486, HB3040, HB3407, HB4343, HB2981, HB3764, HB3765, HB3767, HB3982, HB3321, HB3322, HB3323, HB4126, HB4130, HB4170, HB3345, HB2941, HB3062, HB3244, HB3298, HB2977, HB3304, HB3299, HB3297, HB4260, HB3906, HB3648, HB3319, HB2933, HB3544, HB1322, HB4104, HB4105, HB4106, HB4107, HB4108, HB3974, HB3134, HB3055, HB3115, HB3471, HB3497, HB3500, HB3505, HB3755, HB4202, HB4226, HB4236, HB4139, HB4144, HB4422, HB4423, HB4317, HB4321, HB4322, HB3176, HB3239, HB3263, HB3673, HB3794, HB3796, HB4265, HB4266, HB2123, HB3048, HB2445

Keywords: government reporting, information technology, child welfare, environmental policy, state agency compliance, gender transition, minors, health services, punitive damages, parental rights, health care providers, voter registration, voter eligibility, felony disenfranchisement, restoration of voting rights, formerly incarcerated, reentry, parole, probation, supervision

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• Adams here, Arturo Alonso Sandoval, Arturo Alonso Sandoval, Archer here, Banning here, Bayshore here,
• Green, you are recognized to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you, Mr. Green.
• Her career includes extensive experience designing and leading large-scale health, prevention, and education

Keywords: 914, all

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• SB 1432, central bank digital currency ban. SB 1433, Maricopa County division new counties.
• Keep leading. Thank you. Okay. All right. Senator Alston. Mr.
• Keep leading. Thank you. Okay. All right. Senator Alston. Mr.

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